“I’m only wishing to go a’fishing; For this the month of May was made.”

— Henry Van Dyke

We are fortunate in Concord to have many great fishing spots. Make sure to cast a line in this month! Here are some fishing spots in Lake Metroparks to explore. 

May is a busy months for graduations. We would like to congratulate all of the graduates this month. We are proud of their well-deserved success and wish them the best on their next adventure. “The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” —Eleanor Roosevelt 

Finally, we’d like to honor mothers this month. Mothers are the epitome of love, sacrifice and patience. We are forever grateful for the women in our lives that care for us, inspire us and teach us. Have a wonderful and relaxing Mother’s Day! 

Sincerely,

Your Concord Twp. Trustees

Bicentennial “Derby Dash” Walk/Run

Run for the Roses at Concord Township’s May 22 Bicentennial event! Residents and guests are invited to enjoy a short & pleasant Kentucky Derby themed 1 ¼ mile walk/run that begins and ends at the Lake Erie College Equestrian Center (Morley Road entrance). Concord Township Recreation Staff will host a variety of Derby-themed games and activities at the finish line including corn hole and, of course, horseshoes! All are invited to participate in our Horsey Races, complete with inflatable stick horses, so be sure to bring your camera phone! Lake Erie College’s mascot, Stormy the miniature horse will also be on hand (or hoof) for pictures and petting.

Packet pickup is May 19 & 20 from 8am to 4pm at the Concord Community Center, 7671 Auburn Road, and from 8am to 9am on May 22 at the Equestrian Center prior to the Dash.

Whimsical awards will be presented to the top male and female overall finishers and the top three finishers:

• Minis (12 and under)
• Foals (13-18)
• Stallions & Mares (19-59)
• Equestrians (60 and older)

All runners receive a commemorative Concord Township Bicentennial medal!

Questions? Call the Recreation Department at 440-639-4650.

Wednesday, May 11 

10am-3pm

Concord Community Center

Did you know that one blood donation can save up to three lives? Give the gift of life this month in honor of Mother’s Day! 

Sign up at www.redcrossblood.org.

Concord Township Images of America Book Signing Event & Guided Tours of the Old Stone School

Wednesday, May 11 from 3pm to 4:30pm.

Get your author-signed copy of Concord Township’s new Images of America Book, and a free personal tour of the Old Stone School! Open to the public, no reservation necessary.

Weekly Club Meetings at the Concord Community Center

Save the Date!

Thursdays in June & July -  Check out the band line up!

All Concord Township neighborhoods are encouraged to enter the annual Concord Township HOA Softball Tournament, scheduled for Labor Day weekend (Saturday/Sunday games). This beloved tradition is for Concord residents only, or those who grew up in Concord and parents still live here. Players must be 16 or older. Organize a team for your neighborhood, or play on an existing team!

For more information or to sign up, contact the Recreation Department at Recreation@concordtwp.com or call 440-639-4650.  

In 2021, we responded to 20 cardiac arrest incidents. Upon our arrival, not all of the patients were receiving bystander CPR. If you are interested in learning CPR we are here to teach you! 

Heartsaver® CPR AED Training Class 

Monday, May 9th 12:30

Concord Community Center

7671 Auburn Road

$25.00/person 

Registration is required by calling 440-354-7504 or via email: mbiddell@concordtwp.com 

American Heart Association Heartsaver® CPR AED trains participants with little or no medical training to provide CPR and use of an AED in a safe, timely and effective manner. (This is NOT for healthcare providers).

Memorial Day

Please join us at 9:00 am on Monday, May 30, 2022 for a brief Memorial Day Service at Concord Cemetery, which is located on SR 608, just east of Fire Station #1. This is a time to honor and pay tribute to the Veterans buried in our cemeteries and remember loved ones that have gone before us.

Sentimental Items

Please understand that if you are placing sentimental items on the graves, they may get lost, stolen or damaged; if it’s something that’s near and dear to your heart, we do not recommend that it be placed in the cemetery.

The cemetery staff reserves the right to remove any live decorations and non-floral decorations not in keeping with the beautification of the cemetery.

Prohibited Items

Glass of any kind (including gazing balls), styrofoam, birdhouses and feeders are prohibited.

1965 Expansion

The final work needed to complete the 1965 Expansion will begin soon. Top soil and hydro seed will be added and we anticipate full burial lot(s) to be available for pre-planning in the fall.

For more specific details, the Rules and Regulations are available at the entrance of the cemetery, online at http://concordtwp.com/departments/cemetery/ and in Town Hall. All persons are subject to the rules and regulations. Call Karen Warner, Cemetery Sexton, at the Cemetery Office at 440-354-7518 for any questions.

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